1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1957 Ferrari 246
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 246 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 246 (277 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 246.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1957 Ferrari 246 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 70 | 246 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
